Job Description
Shape tomorrow today as our 2026 Strategic Futurist Lead at Horizon Dynamics. We're seeking a visionary architect to map emerging trends, develop long-term roadmaps, and position our company at the forefront of the 2026 technological landscape. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to transform uncertainty into opportunity.
Join our elite innovation team in the heart of San Francisco's tech district, where you'll collaborate with C-suite executives and R&D pioneers to build the future. We offer cutting-edge resources, a culture of intellectual curiosity, and the autonomy to drive transformative initiatives that will redefine industries.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends and technological shifts to create 2026 strategic foresight frameworks
- Develop scenario-based models for market evolution and competitive positioning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future-ready initiatives
- Produce high-impact strategic briefings for executive decision-making
- Identify and evaluate disruptive technologies with 2026 commercialization potential
- Establish KPIs for measuring strategic foresight effectiveness
- Represent company at industry forums on future-focused topics
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, futurism, or innovation consulting
- Proven track record of developing multi-year strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and systems thinking
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, or Futures Studies
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts
- Experience with AI/ML forecasting tools and data visualization
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategy publications
- Ability to thrive in ambiguity and drive consensus across stakeholders